Word by Word

Word by Word

Explore the magical world of language

Is your pain my pain?
Everybody Hurts

Is your pain my pain?

Read more about the varied ways in which our cultures shape our perceptions of pain.

Nine Chinese words that can't be translated into English
Untranslatables

Nine Chinese words that can't be translated into English

Not all translations are equal: A glimpse into Chinese culture and worldview

The Singapore Stone’s carvings have been undeciphered for centuries – now we’re trying to crack the puzzle
The Conversation

The Singapore Stone’s carvings have been undeciphered for centuries – now we’re trying to crack the puzzle

If you pay a visit to the Singapore Stone, displayed at the National Museum of Singapore, you might be disappointed. That’s because the inscription – carrying an unknown writing system transcribing an unknown language – is fading. But if you love puzzles, this won’t put you off.

Five common English words we don’t know the origins of – including ‘boy’ and ‘dog’
The Conversation

Five common English words we don’t know the origins of – including ‘boy’ and ‘dog’

Mysterious etymology of some words represent an exciting puzzle of the English language. Here are five examples.

How do you say "ouch" in your language?

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